Courses

MUSC 100: I Got Rhythm: The Science of Musical Time

An introduction to the interdisciplinary study of musical rhythm. In this class you will, among other things, design and make a clock, invent a new form of rhythmic notation, read some Greek philosophy, recreate some classic experiments in time perception, study the nuances of musical performance, and explore the neurobiological underpinnings of "groove." Class readings will be drawn from philosophy, psychology, music theory, evolutionary biology, anthropology, phonology, and mathematics. Musical examples discussed will range from Gregorian chant to Stevie Wonder. Course assignments will involve group projects and various short writing assignments. No prerequisite, though the ability to read music will be helpful. 6 credit; Writing Requirement, Argument and Inquiry Seminar, Writing Requirement; offered Fall 2014 · J. London

MUSC 101: Music Fundamentals

A course designed for students with little or no music background as preparation and support for other music courses, ensemble participation and applied music study. The course covers the fundamentals of note and rhythmic reading, basic harmony, and develops proficiency in aural skills and elementary keyboard skills. This class will make regular use of the music computer lab for assignments. 3 credit; Arts Practice; not offered 2014–2015

MUSC 108: Introduction to Music Technology

A course designed to use the computer as a musical instrument. Studying the low level details of the MIDI language, standard MIDI files, MIDI sequencing and digital audio techniques, projects will focus on getting the computer to play music expressively, with all the nuances of a human performance: rhythm, dynamics, articulation, and tempo; producing original arrangements of music written in Excel spreadsheets using the raw MIDI language and then rendered on the computer as standard MIDI files; and will involve the musical realization of an original musical score or arrangement from notation to MIDI to digital audio to effects processing and mastering. The class will make use of the music computer lab for projects. Open to all students with an interest in music or computers.Prerequisites: Ability to read music. 6 credit; Arts Practice; offered Fall 2014 · J. Treviño

MUSC 111: Classical Music: An Introduction

An introduction to the history of western art music from the Middle Ages to the present. The emphasis is on the various styles of the western tradition (Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Modern) and their relationships with other aspects of European and Euro-American high culture. Representative compositions from each of these periods will be studied through reading and guided listening.Prerequisites: No prerequisite: the ability to read music is not necessary. 6 credit; Literary/Artistic Analysis, Writing Requirement; not offered 2014–2015

MUSC 112: American Popular Music after 1950

This course will survey the various styles and issues of American popular music from the beginnings of rock in the 1950s to the present. Particular attention will be given to issues of ownership, identity, and how music speaks to and for artists and audiences. Weekly readings and listening examples are given, and students will produce several short writing assignments and one in-class presentation. 6 credit; Literary/Artistic Analysis, Writing Requirement, Intercultural Domestic Studies; offered Fall 2014 · D. Blim

MUSC 114: Broadway Musicals and Social Politics

This course will examine how social issues have been dramatized on the Broadway Stage, focusing on works by three authors: Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein; Leonard Bernstein; and Stephen Sondheim. Weekly activities will include the studying of one show, short written analyses, and discussion of primary source material and scholarly works. A final paper on a musical of your choice will be assigned. 6 credit; Literary/Artistic Analysis, Writing Requirement, Intercultural Domestic Studies; offered Fall 2014 · D. Blim

MUSC 115: Music and Film

This course explores the history and development of film music along with theories of how music contributes to the meaning of moving images and narrative scenes. The primary focus of the course will be on film music in the U.S., but notable film scores from Europe and Asia will also be discussed. The film music history covers historical periods from the pre-cinematic Vaudeville era through the postmodern films of the early twenty-first century. Cross-cutting this chronological history will be discussion of film musicals as a separate genre.Prerequisites: Ability to read music not required. 6 credit; Literary/Artistic Analysis, Writing Requirement; not offered 2014–2015

MUSC 117: Introduction to Composition

Two class meetings and one individual session per week. In contrast to Music 220, this class does not require a background in music theory. It is designed for the person who has an interest in exploring the process of writing music. Class meetings will introduce techniques of composition and present structured exercises. Individual sessions will focus on the student's own projects. Class assignments will involve the opportunity to use computer/midi/synthesizer technologies.Prerequisites: The ability to read music. 6 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts Practice; not offered 2014–2015

MUSC 121: Songs from Beethoven to Ben Folds

This course will provide an overview of the song cycle genre from its beginning up to and including some popular albums. Our goal is to enhance listening and analytical skills through reading and listening assignments, in-class discussions, and analyses.Prerequisites: Ability to read music not required. 6 credit; Literary/Artistic Analysis, Writing Requirement; not offered 2014–2015

MUSC 122: Symphonies from Mozart to Mahler

A survey of orchestral symphonies and related genres from the late eighteenth through the late nineteenth centuries with emphasis on the works of Mozart, Beethoven, Berlioz, Schubert, Schumann, Brahms, Mahler, and others. Symphonies will be studied through listening and readings; connections to other aspects of nineteenth-century European culture will be explored.Prerequisites: Ability to read music not required. 6 credit; Literary/Artistic Analysis, Writing Requirement; not offered 2014–2015

MUSC 126: America's Music

A survey of American music with particular attention to the interaction of the folk, popular, and classical realms. No musical experience required. 6 credit; Writing Requirement, Literary/Artistic Analysis, Writing Requirement; offered Winter 2015 · M. Russell

MUSC 128: Introduction to Conducting

The course covers the fundamentals of conducting such as beat patterns, baton technique, score reading, cueing, fermatas, and releases. The class will function as an ensemble, with each student conducting short assignments as frequently as possible.Prerequisites: Ability to read music and active participation in a
faculty conducted ensemble, or permission of instructor. 3 credit; Arts Practice; offered Winter 2015 · H. Valdivia

MUSC 129: Rock on Record

This course is devoted to deep listening and analysis of records illustrating the chief style trends and genres of rock's first three decades. During this period (1950s-1970s) popular music developed a new common language that bound together diverse stylistic and cultural elements through the medium of sound recording. We will trace the development of that language and its rhetorical elements through a series of guided listening projects. 6 credit; Literary/Artistic Analysis, Intercultural Domestic Studies; offered Spring 2015 · A. Zak III

MUSC 130: The History of Jazz

A survey of jazz from its beginnings to the present day focusing on the performer/composers and their music.Prerequisites: None 6 credit; Literary/Artistic Analysis, Writing Requirement, Intercultural Domestic Studies; not offered 2014–2015

MUSC 131: The Blues From the Delta to Chicago

A history of the Delta blues and its influence on later blues and popular music styles, tracing its movement from the Mississippi Delta in the 1920s to Chess Records and the Chicago Blues of the 1940s and 50s (especially Howlin' Wolf and Muddy Waters). Music and musicians discussed will include the classic blues singers of the 1920s, early country music (Jimmie Rodgers), and the legacy of Robert Johnson. Issues of authenticity and "ownership" of both the music and its cultural legacy will also be discussed. The course involves readings, listening assignments, and some transcriptions of early recorded blues. No prerequisite, although the ability to read music is helpful. 6 credit; Literary/Artistic Analysis, Intercultural Domestic Studies; offered Spring 2015 · J. London

MUSC 132: Golden Age of R and B

A survey of rhythm and blues from 1945 to 1975, focusing on performers, composers, and the music industry. 6 credit; Writing Requirement, Literary/Artistic Analysis, Writing Requirement, Intercultural Domestic Studies; not offered 2014–2015

MUSC 136: History of Rock

A survey of rock and roll from its beginnings to the present day, focusing on the performers, composers and the music industry. 6 credit; Literary/Artistic Analysis, Writing Requirement, Intercultural Domestic Studies; not offered 2014–2015

MUSC 141: Global Popular Music

We will study the profusion of popular musics around the globe, and also music which has become global in its reach. Genres include reggae, bhangra, tango, salsa, huayno, highlife, filmi, Afrobeat, rai, soca, merengue, and soukous. Musics will be explored in their historical, political, and social contexts, with the goal of understanding both their sounds and their meanings. Students will engage multiple forms of ethnomusicological scholarship, develop critical listening skills, and learn to convey their growing understanding of musical elements in writing and oral presentation. No musical experience necessary. 6 credit; Literary/Artistic Analysis, Writing Requirement, International Studies; offered Fall 2014 · M. Russell

MUSC 144: Music and Social Movements

We'll consider the central role of music in a variety of social movements, including the labor, civil rights, gay rights, and anti-war movements, the anti-nuclear and environmental movements, the American Indian Movement, the Black Arts movement, the Jesus Movement, the Arab Spring, and Occupy Wall Street. How, specifically, is music instrumental in social change? What musical choices are made, and by whom? How are new musics made, and old musics repackaged, to help mobilize social movements and create collective identity? We'll approach these questions through focused listening and through the work of diverse scholars and participants. No musical experience required. 6 credit; Social Inquiry, Writing Requirement, Intercultural Domestic Studies; not offered 2014–2015

MUSC 150: Piano

Applied study on the instrument, with attention to both musical and technical development. Students will study appropriate works from the Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Modern periods, with special reference to a composer's individual notation, technical challenges and stylistic interpretation. 1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts Practice; offered Fall 2014, Winter 2015, Spring 2015 · L. Fishman, M. McCright, N. Melville, M. Widman

MUSC 150J: Piano (Juried)

Applied study on the instrument, with attention to both musical and technical development. Students will study appropriate works from the Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Modern periods, with special reference to a composer's individual notation, technical challenges and stylistic interpretation. 1 credit; Arts Practice; offered Fall 2014, Winter 2015, Spring 2015 · L. Fishman, M. McCright, N. Melville, M. Widman

MUSC 152: Guitar

Studies for the development of technique appropriate to the needs of the student. Music is chosen from all musical periods including folk picking, blues, ragtime, popular and classical styles. Students with no prior experience or lessons should take one term of class guitar (Music 197). 1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts Practice; offered Fall 2014, Winter 2015, Spring 2015 · M. Kreitzer

MUSC 152J: Guitar (Juried)

Studies for the development of technique appropriate to the needs of the student. Music is chosen from all musical periods including folk picking, blues, ragtime, popular and classical styles. Students with no prior experience or lessons should take one term of class guitar (Music 197). 1 credit; Arts Practice; offered Fall 2014, Winter 2015, Spring 2015 · M. Kreitzer

MUSC 169: Harp

Studies to develop technique and a varied selection of works from the Renaissance and Baroque periods. Works from the Romantic and Modern periods are also studied. 1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts Practice; offered Fall 2014, Winter 2015, Spring 2015 · E. Niemisto

MUSC 169J: Harp (Juried)

Studies to develop technique and a varied selection of works from the Renaissance and Baroque periods. Works from the Romantic and Modern periods are also studied. 1 credit; Arts Practice; offered Fall 2014, Winter 2015, Spring 2015 · E. Niemisto

MUSC 185: Carleton Choir: Bella Cantemus and Men's Chorus

The Carleton Choir, the cornerstone of the choral program, is a select mixed chorus of Carleton students. Each term, the ensemble presents a concert of short and extended works from the large bodies of classical, ethnic and cultural repertories, including works for mixed, women and men's voices. Concerts are sometimes repeated off campus. Students must have good vocal skills, basic sight reading ability, and a high degree of interest in performing quality choral music. Admission is by audition. 1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts Practice; offered Fall 2014, Winter 2015, Spring 2015 · L. Burnett

MUSC 186: Carleton Singers

The Carleton Singers is a small, highly select vocal group dedicated to performing a cappella choral music of all periods and styles. The Singers comprise the core of the Carleton Choir. Membership is offered to students who demonstrate exceptional vocal and musical skills. The need to balance all parts (Soprano, Alto, Tenor and Bass) dictates the size of the ensemble. With few exceptions, membership is for the full year. Admission by audition and concurrent registration in Music 185 are required. 1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts Practice; offered Fall 2014, Winter 2015, Spring 2015 · L. Burnett

MUSC 188: Carleton Chinese Music Ensemble

The ensemble will use indigenous instruments and a Chinese approach to musical training in order to learn and perform music from China.Prerequisites: Previous experience in a music ensemble, Chinese Musical Instruments, or permission of the instructor. 1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts Practice, International Studies; offered Fall 2014 · G. Hong

MUSC 190: Carleton Jazz Ensemble

The Carleton Jazz Ensemble's focus is on improvisation and the fusion between jazz, rock, funk, and Latin influences. Sample models include, but are not limited to, Thad Jones/Mel Lewis, Tower of Power, Snarky Puppy, Corea, and Piazzolla. There is no predetermined instrumentation. Rather, the ensemble's size and instrumentation vary each term. String players, vocalists, and any brass or woodwind instrumentalists are welcome to register. The ensemble performs once each term.Prerequisites: Admission by audition. 1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts Practice; offered Fall 2014 · L. Caviani

MUSC 191: African Karimba Ensemble

This ensemble focuses on the 15-key Shona (Zimbabwe) karimba (sometimes called a "thumb piano"). Students learn the fundamentals of solo and group playing on the karimba and study selections from the instrument's traditional repertoire. No musical training or experience is necessary. 1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts Practice, International Studies; offered Spring 2015

MUSC 192: West African Drum Ensemble

The ensemble will use indigenous instruments and an African approach to musical training in order to learn and perform rhythms and songs from West Africa.Prerequisites: Music 199 and/or permission of instructor. 1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts Practice, International Studies; offered Fall 2014, Winter 2015, Spring 2015 · J. Johnson

MUSC 194: Chamber Music

Small groups, formed by at least three students, will participate in the study and performance of keyboard and instrumental chamber music, non-western, or small jazz ensemble repertory, coached weekly by music faculty. Students must be registered and may not audit or participate in more than one group. 1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts Practice; offered Fall 2014, Winter 2015, Spring 2015 · N. Melville

MUSC 195: Jubilee Singers

The Carleton Jubilee Singers perform sacred music in the oral traditions of Africans and Black Americans. The ensemble performs each year in the MLK, Jr. commemorative worship service, the Black Student Alliance variety show, and the Black History Month worship service. All students are welcome without audition. 1 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts Practice; offered Winter 2015 · L. Burnett

MUSC 197: Class Guitar

An introduction to classical and folk guitar: styles, chords and music notation for persons with little or no previous music instruction. Special fee: $80. Not to be taken concurrently with Music 152 or 252 (Guitar). 1 credit; S/CR/NC; Does not fulfill a curricular exploration requirement; offered Fall 2014, Winter 2015, Spring 2015 · M. Kreitzer

MUSC 199: Fundamentals of African Drumming

MUSC 200: Music Theory I

An introduction to the theory and analysis of music, beginning with the basic elements of musical pitch, rhythm, and harmony in a variety of musical styles, from classical to popular. The course covers the syntax of diatonic chord progressions, identifying cadences, basic melodic construction, and the description and analysis of short pieces in a single key. Also involves work in sight singing and aural skills. Students have assignments using the computers in the Music Resource Center and become conversant with musical notation programs and MIDI workstations. Three class meetings per week plus two aural skills labs. Prerequisite: Ability to read music in at least one clef. 6 credit; Literary/Artistic Analysis; offered Fall 2014 · J. London, R. Rodman

MUSC 201: Music Theory II

Advanced diatonic and introductory chromatic harmony, with an emphasis on chord function, tonicizations and basic modulatory techniques. Also two voice schemas in the Galant musical style, with related compositional exercises. Students continue assignments on the computers in the Music Resource Center. Continued work in sight singing, aural skills, and contextual analysis of musical works in a variety of styles. Three class meetings per week plus two aural skills labs. Prerequisite: Music 200. 6 credit; Literary/Artistic Analysis; offered Winter 2015 · J. London

MUSC 202: Theory III

The theory and analysis of larger musical forms. Large forms (Rondo, Theme and Variations, and Sonata Form) will be surveyed and analyzed, with an increased emphasis on writing about musical structure. Important sources in formal theory (including Reicha, Czerny, A.B. Marx, and Schoenberg) are read and discussed; the course involves a major research paper in musical analysis. Continued work in sight singing and aural skills. Three class meetings per week plus aural skills lab. Prerequisite: Music 201. 6 credit; Literary/Artistic Analysis, Writing Requirement; offered Spring 2015 · J. London

MUSC 208: Computer Music and Sound

This course will survey computer techniques for analyzing, synthesizing, manipulating and creating musical sounds. We'll study the basic components of digital sound: waveforms, oscillators, envelopes, delay lines, and filters. We'll analyze and modify sounds using the Fast Fourier Transform (FFT). We'll study several methods of sound synthesis and create and play original music using open source computer music languages. Course projects will include real-time performances on multiple computers using video game controllers. 6 credit; Arts Practice; offered Spring 2015 · Staff

MUSC 210: Medieval and Renaissance Music

A study of the most characteristic forms of music from 800 to 1600 in the western tradition. Prerequisite: the ability to read music. 6 credit; Literary/Artistic Analysis; not offered 2014–2015

MUSC 211: Baroque and Classical Music

An examination of western art music of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, including Monteverdi, Bach, Handel, Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven. Prerequisite: Music 200 or consent of the instructor. 6 credit; Literary/Artistic Analysis, Writing Requirement; offered Winter 2015 · L. Archbold

MUSC 220: Composition Studio

Class meetings and individual instruction. Seven exercises (chosen in any sequence from a menu), one term composition, supplemental readings and listenings. A rigorously maintained journal of compositional ideas and sketches will be submitted at the end of the term. Using a shared music theory vocabulary, class meetings address the nature and locus of material and technique in composition, through lecture presentations on aesthetic trends of the twentieth century, analysis of corresponding musical works, and group discussion of studio work. Individual instruction focuses on students' compositions. Optional technology sessions introduce tools from the disciplines of music, architecture, and computer science.Prerequisites: Music 201 or Music 117 with consent of the instructor. 6 credit; Arts Practice; offered Winter 2015 · J. Treviño

MUSC 227: Perception and Cognition of Music

Covers basic issues in auditory perception and cognition with an emphasis on pitch perception, including sensory discrimination, categorical perception, roughness and dissonance, and auditory streaming. The basic aspects of experimental design and elementary statistical analysis will also be covered. Student teams will prepare summaries of class readings (and lead class discussions); analyze and discuss data collected from in-class experimental demonstrations, and reproduce classic experiments in music perception. For a final project each student will write a modest term paper on a topic of their choosing (after consulting with the instructor). Prerequisite: A previous course in music or psychology, or permission of the instructor. 6 credit; Social Inquiry, Quantitative Reasoning Encounter; not offered 2014–2015

MUSC 239: The Philosophy of Music

What Is Music? What exactly is a "musical composition," especially in the age of recorded music and sampling? How is music meaningful? Can music tell a story? Express an emotion? Induce an emotion (and if so, what kind)? Convey a proposition? And if music can do any of these things, how does it do it? To explore these questions, we will discuss readings by contemporary musicians and philosophers, and musical examples ranging from Mozart to Muddy Waters and from Beethoven to the Beatles.Prerequisites: A previous course in music or philosophy, or permission of the instructor. 6 credit; Humanistic Inquiry, Writing Requirement; not offered 2014–2015

MUSC 243: Musical Cultures of the Caribbean

This course explores the sounds an sociocultural contexts of a number of Caribbean musics, usually including ska, reggae, salsa, calypso, soca, merengue, bachata, zouk and reggaeton. Popular, trational, and sacred musics are included. While each island has unique and varied traditions, a number of themes relevant to Caribbean ethnomusicology connect them. In addition to our focused listening, we will read works by scholars, musicians, and critics addressing such themes as acculturation, race, class, ethnicity, politics, nationalism, and globalization, with the goal of understanding how these shape and are shaped by musical practice. No musical experience needed. 6 credit; Literary/Artistic Analysis, Writing Requirement, International Studies; not offered 2014–2015

MUSC 245: Music of Africa

The study of traditional and popular music of sub-Saharan Africa, through reading, listening, watching, and playing. Music is examined in its cultural context with particular attention to ethnic identity, political life, religion, and gender roles. Students will also learn rudiments of West African percussion and Shona karimba through applied study. No experience necessary. 6 credit; Arts Practice, International Studies; offered Spring 2015 · M. Russell

MUSC 247: The 1960s Folk Music Revival

We'll consider the historical basis of musical style, the role of recorded music, the social construction of a "folk music" milieu, and explore the music of Pete Seeger, Woody Guthrie, Phil Ochs, Bob Dylan, Joan Baez, among others. No musical experience necessary; you need not read musical notation. Includes one day per week of applied instruction: Section 1 (beginning folk guitar--instruments provided) if you have no guitar experience; Section 2 (folk workshop --provide your own instruments) if you have one year or more experience on guitar, banjo, fiddle, mandolin, ukelele, dobro, viola, cello, or bass. 6 credit; Arts Practice, Writing Requirement, Intercultural Domestic Studies; offered Fall 2014 · M. Russell

MUSC 248: Music of India

This course focuses on the classical Hindustani and Carnatic music traditions of North and South India, with briefer coverage of folk and popular traditions, including Bollywood/film music. We will consider the historical and cultural contexts of several genres, reading the work of scholars from various disciplines, and studying relevant audio and video. Students will learn rudimentary theory of Indian classical music, understand its twentieth and twenty-first century developments, and develop listening skills to enable recognition of major genres, styles, and artists.One day a week will be devoted to applied study of Indian vocal raga. No musical background required. 6 credit; Arts Practice, International Studies; not offered 2014–2015

MUSC 250: Piano

Applied study on the instrument, with attention to both musical and technical development. Students will study appropriate works from the Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Modern periods, with special reference to a composer's individual notation, technical challenges and stylistic interpretation. Music 250 is intended for the advanced piano student: permission of instructor is required. 2 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts Practice; offered Fall 2014, Winter 2015, Spring 2015 · L. Fishman, M. McCright, N. Melville, M. Widman

MUSC 250J: Piano (Juried)

Applied study on the instrument, with attention to both musical and technical development. Students will study appropriate works from the Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Modern periods, with special reference to a composer's individual notation, technical challenges and stylistic interpretation. Music 250 is intended for the advanced piano student: permission of instructor is required. 2 credit; Arts Practice; offered Fall 2014, Winter 2015, Spring 2015 · L. Fishman, M. McCright, N. Melville, M. Widman

MUSC 251: Voice

A study of voice production, breathing, tone development, diction, and pronunciation. Selection (according to the individual voice) of Italian, German, French, and English songs of the Classic, Romantic, and Modern periods. Arias and songs from operas, oratorios, musical theater and popular songs from Western and non-Western traditions. In addition, one studio class per week. Prerequisite: Music 151 or permission of the instructor. 2 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts Practice; offered Fall 2014, Winter 2015, Spring 2015 · B. Allen, L. Burnett, P. Kent, M. Martz, R. Penning

MUSC 251J: Voice (Juried)

A study of voice production, breathing, tone development, diction, and pronunciation. Selection (according to the individual voice) of Italian, German, French, and English songs of the Classic, Romantic, and Modern periods. Arias and songs from operas, oratorios, musical theater and popular songs from Western and non-Western traditions. In addition, one studio class per week. Prerequisite: Music 151 or permission of the instructor. 2 credit; Arts Practice; offered Fall 2014, Winter 2015, Spring 2015 · B. Allen, L. Burnett, P. Kent, M. Martz, R. Penning

MUSC 252: Guitar

Studies for the development of technique appropriate to the needs of the student. Music is chosen from all musical periods including folk picking, blues, ragtime, popular and classical styles. Students with no prior experience or lessons should take one term of class guitar (Music 197).Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts Practice; offered Fall 2014, Winter 2015, Spring 2015 · M. Kreitzer

MUSC 252J: Guitar (Juried)

Studies for the development of technique appropriate to the needs of the student. Music is chosen from all musical periods including folk picking, blues, ragtime, popular and classical styles. Students with no prior experience or lessons should take one term of class guitar (Music 197).Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; Arts Practice; offered Fall 2014, Winter 2015, Spring 2015 · M. Kreitzer, J. Ellinger

MUSC 277: Jazz and Blues Guitar

Study of chord voicings, accompanimental techniques, and solo guitar performance in the jazz idiom. Prerequisites: previous study of guitar and the ability to read music, or the permission of the instructor. Students must provide their own instruments.Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts Practice; offered Fall 2014, Winter 2015, Spring 2015 · D. Singley

MUSC 277J: Jazz & Blues Guitar (Juried)

Study of chord voicings, accompanimental techniques, and solo guitar performance in the jazz idiom. Prerequisites: previous study of guitar and the ability to read music, or the permission of the instructor. Students must provide their own instruments.Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; Arts Practice; offered Fall 2014, Winter 2015, Spring 2015 · D. Singley

MUSC 280: Raga: Vocal or Instrumental Study of Hindustani Music

Beginning, intermediate, and advanced students of voice, guitar, violin, flute, clarinet, etc., approach raga from their current level of musicianship. In all cases, traditional practical instruction is complemented by some theoretical and philosophical exploration of the underpinnings of the music.Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; S/CR/NC; Arts Practice; offered Fall 2014, Winter 2015, Spring 2015 · D. Whetstone

MUSC 280J: Raga:Voc/Instr Study Hindustani (Juried)

Beginning, intermediate, and advanced students of voice, guitar, violin, flute, clarinet, etc., approach raga from their current level of musicianship. In all cases, traditional practical instruction is complemented by some theoretical and philosophical exploration of the underpinnings of the music.Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required. 2 credit; Arts Practice; offered Fall 2014, Winter 2015, Spring 2015 · D. Whetstone

MUSC 285J: Composition (Juried)

Individual instruction focusing on the student’s original compositions. Course work includes the study of compositional techniques, analysis of relevant works, and computer/MIDI/synthesizer technologies. The course is particularly directed toward the major who wishes to pursue the composition option in the Senior Integrative Exercise. Prerequisite: Music 220 or permission of the instructor. 1 credit; Arts Practice; offered Fall 2014, Winter 2015 · Staff

MUSC 286J: Composition (Juried)

Individual instruction focusing on the student's original compositions. Course work includes the study of compositional techniques, analysis of relevant works, and computer/MIDI/synthesizer technologies. The course is particularly directed toward the major who wishes to pursue the composition option in the Senior Integrative Exercise. Prerequisite: Music 220 or permission of the instructor. 2 credit; Arts Practice; offered Fall 2014, Winter 2015 · A. Freeman

MUSC 299: Recital

A public music recital of a minimum of thirty minutes of solo performance (some chamber music may be included). Students enrolling in 299 do so in lieu of registering for applied lessons; 299 includes nine one-hour lessons. Prerequisite: completed recital form and permission of the Music Department the term prior to the recital. Fees and financial aid for 299 are the same as for two-credit applied lessons. 2 credit; Arts Practice; offered Fall 2014, Winter 2015, Spring 2015 · L. Archbold, Staff

MUSC 303: Music Since 1900

This course, required for the music major, is both an overall survey of the Western art music of the twentieth century, and an analysis class designed to equip the major with analytical techniques in non-tonal music from Schoenberg to the avant-garde.Prerequisites: Music 202 6 credit; Writing Requirement, Literary/Artistic Analysis, Writing Requirement; offered Spring 2015 · R. Rodman

MUSC 304: Songwriters and Songwriting

This course combines analysis of popular songs from various idioms with practical songwriting workshops. Songs from Tin Pan Alley to rock will serve as models illustrating principles of musical design and lyric writing. These, in turn, will inform students' creative efforts developed through a series of writing assignments leading ultimately to original songs. 6 credit; Arts Practice; offered Spring 2015 · A. Zak III

MUSC 305: Seminar in American Music

A research seminar addressing issues in American Music with rotating topics. This course will allow students to build upon previous studies of American Music in a focused seminar environment. Bibliographic tools, historical artifacts, and critical readings will comprise course texts. Students will present short regular written reports in preparation for a research paper on a topic chosen in consultation with the instructor.Prerequisites: Music 130. 3 credit; Literary/Artistic Analysis; not offered 2014–2015

MUSC 306: Seminar in American Music

A research seminar addressing issues in American Music with rotating topics. This course will allow students to build upon previous studies of American Music in a focused seminar environment. Bibliographic tools, historical artifacts, and critical readings will comprise course texts. Students will present short regular written reports in preparation for a research paper on a topic chosen in consultation with the instructor.Prerequisites: Music 126. 6 credit; Writing Requirement, Intercultural Domestic Studies, Does not fulfill a curricular exploration requirement; not offered 2014–2015

MUSC 312: Romantic Music

An examination of western art music of the nineteenth and twentieth century, including Schubert, Berlioz, Brahms, and Wagner. Prerequisite: Music 201 and 211 or consent of the instructor. 6 credit; Literary/Artistic Analysis, Writing Requirement; not offered 2014–2015

MUSC 332: Motown

A research-based course focused on the people, music, and cultural contributions of the Motown Record Company from its antecedents throught he mid-1980s. Prerequisite: The ability to read music and a previous music course, or permission of the instructor. 6 credit; Literary/Artistic Analysis, Intercultural Domestic Studies; not offered 2014–2015

MUSC 333: The Beatles

A critical examination of the music and cultural impact of the Beatles. Students will engage with primary and secondary materials relating to the music of the Beatles, perform basic musical analyses, and participate in class presentations. The course will conclude with a research paper.Prerequisites: The ability to read music and a previous music course, or permission of instructor. 6 credit; Literary/Artistic Analysis, Writing Requirement; not offered 2014–2015

MUSC 398: Music Major Colloquium

The music major colloquium is required for all music majors. The general purpose of the course is to introduce students to some of the issues and techniques of research in music history and theory. Prerequisite: Music major standing. 2 credit; S/CR/NC; Does not fulfill a curricular exploration requirement; offered Spring 2015 · L. Archbold

MUSC 400: Integrative Exercise

Required of senior majors. The integrative exercise may be fulfilled by completion of a significant composition, lecture-recital, or research-paper project. Students who wish to fulfill Music 400 with such projects must meet department-specified qualifying criteria. Music Major Colloquium (Music 398) is a preparatory course required before students may enroll for Music 400. 1-4 credit; S/NC; offered Fall 2014, Winter 2015, Spring 2015 · L. Archbold